How easy is it to be deceived? In this riveting documentary, the shocking story of D-List action “star” Zachary Horwitz unfolds as his arrest by the FBI in 2021 reveals his so-called movie career was actually facilitating a massive Ponzi scheme- or was it the other way around? Through interviews, victim testimonies, and a wealth of choice clips from Horwitz’s dubious filmography, Bad Actor: A Hollywood Ponzi Scheme delves into the world of this industry hanger-on, exposing the allure of the glitz and glamor that ensnared both Horwitz and his victims.

With shocking revelations at every turn, the film questions the fabric of the entertainment business, where a fake it till you make it mentality blurs the lines between reality and facade in the cutthroat pursuit of success. It explores the vulnerability of investors who fell prey to Horwitz's charm and the industry's willingness to ignore red flags. Brace yourself for a gripping tale of ambition, deceit, and the high stakes of making it in the biz, as the film unravels the truth behind one of the most audacious frauds in Hollywood history.––Cara Cusumano